Publishing Archives

How to Prevent Writing Burnout

by Novel Marketing | Dec 21, 2020 | Productivity, Publishing, Strategy, Writing Tips

Follow these four crucial principles to avoid author burnout and maintain a healthy writing career.

How to Pick a Strong Book Title

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 9, 2020 | Book Design, Publishing, Writing Tips

Your book’s title should accomplish four goals with only a few words. Learn how to create a memorable title that is easy to find and recommend.

How to Find and Work With a Virtual Assistant

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 18, 2020 | Productivity, Promotion, Strategy

Learn how to make more time for writing by hiring an assistant. It may cost less than you think, and it will free you up to focus on your writing.

How to Build a Rejection-Proof Platform Q&A

by Novel Marketing | Oct 28, 2020 | Independent Publishing, Platform, Traditional Publishing

15 answers to your questions about building an author platform.

Why Rapid Release is a Risky Book Launch Strategy

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 7, 2020 | Independent Publishing, Promotion, Strategy

Is rapid release a shortcut to success? Or is it a trap that could destroy your author career? Learn when and why it does and doesn’t work.

How to Get Published with a Traditional Publishing House

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 30, 2020 | Business Advice, Publishing, Traditional Publishing

Before you sign with a traditional publisher, you need to know these seven important steps.

How to Market Your Audiobook

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Sep 9, 2020 | Audiobook Publishing, Podcasting, Promotion, Strategy

These seven strategies will help you form a close connection with your audience, create a high-quality audio experience, and sell more audiobooks.

How to Make Money From Your Platform

by Novel Marketing | Sep 2, 2020 | Business Advice, Platform, Podcasting

You can earn money with your platform before your book releases. Dave Jackson shows us how.

Episode 250: The Story of Novel Marketing and Thomas Umstattd Jr.

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 19, 2020 | Business Advice, Promotion

Learn how the Novel Marketing evolved and how growth has been sustained for 250 episodes.

2020 Software Guide for Authors

by Novel Marketing | Aug 10, 2020 | Platform, Productivity

Authors and writers can work smarter, not harder, with these hardware and software tools that will increase your productivity and lead you to success.

Publishing Myths That Will Waste Your Time and Money

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 6, 2020 | Business Advice, Publishing

Don’t fall for these nine publishing myths that spread like a virus. Keep your publishing career healthy and learn what to do instead of falling for viral myths.